Student Support Services
University is about finding your own way – but that doesn’t mean you have to go it alone. At the University of Stirling, we offer an extensive range of support services to help you fulfil your potential and make the most of your time studying with us. Whether you feel like you’re thriving or in need of a helping hand, our dedicated student support team is here to listen, offer guidance and point you in the right direction at every turn. Explore our specialist services below and get in touch to find out more about the wealth of support available to you.
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Mental health, wellbeing and counselling services
Professional advice, mental health support and counselling services.
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LGBT+ student support contacts
This service has been created to provide tailored support for students who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual or trans.
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Care experienced students
The University has developed a holistic support package for care experienced students.
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Supporting our students
Visit our staff page for information on how to support students as a staff member.
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Bullying and harassment
Find out how we tackle and prevent bullying and harassment, and offer support to those affected.
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Contact us
See details of how to get here, when we're open and who to contact.
Get in touch
For general enquiries please use the contact details below. In the event of an emergency, call 7999 (on an internal phone) or 01786 467999 (from a mobile phone) to be connected to University Security. Or call 999 if off-campus to be connected to emergency services.
Get details of the out of hours and emergency support available.
Confidentiality and Data Sharing
We respect the privacy of everyone who uses our Support Services. Take a closer look at our full documentation on Confidentiality and Data Sharing.
Read our Student Emergency and Crisis guidance
Follow our guidance if you are in crisis or facing an emergency situation.
More Information for current students
Helpful information about coping with exam pressure, settling into university life and more for current University of Stirling students.
Study abroad and exchange
Information about coming to Stirling to study or going abroad to study.